Root Tip Elevator, Miller, #9, Standard Handle with Thumb Rest | Helmut Zepf No. 17.100.09

The Root Tip Elevator Miller #9 is a precision-engineered surgical instrument designed for the controlled elevation and luxation of root tips during tooth extraction procedures. Featuring a standard handle with thumb rest, this instrument provides the clinician with enhanced tactile feedback and stable grip positioning throughout demanding oral surgery workflows.

Instrument Overview

The Root Tip Elevator Miller #9 by Helmut Zepf is manufactured in Germany, reflecting the rigorous quality standards and craftsmanship that have defined the brand's reputation in professional dental instrumentation. The thumb rest on the standard handle allows precise force application, reducing hand fatigue during extended clinical procedures.

Key Features

• Design: Miller #9 Root Tip Elevator configuration
• Handle: Standard handle with integrated thumb rest for controlled leverage
• Origin: Made in Germany
• Manufacturer: Helmut Zepf (No. 17.100.09)

Clinical Application

The Root Tip Elevator is an essential instrument in exodontia, particularly for the retrieval of fractured or retained root fragments. The ergonomic thumb rest enables the clinician to direct apical force with accuracy, minimizing the risk of displacement into adjacent anatomical structures. Proper instrument selection, including the use of a dedicated Root Tip Elevator, contributes to predictable surgical outcomes and patient safety.

Quality & Provenance

Helmut Zepf instruments are produced in Germany and are trusted by dental professionals worldwide for their consistent dimensional accuracy, surface finish, and long-term durability through repeated sterilization cycles.

1-Year Warranty

This Helmut Zepf instrument is covered by a 1-year warranty against defects in materials and workmanship from the date of delivery.

60-Day Returns — Any Reason, Even If Used

Put this instrument to work in your practice. If it is not right for you, return it within 60 days of delivery for a full refund — for any reason, even if it has been used.

FAQ

What is the Miller #9 Root Tip Elevator used for? It is used to elevate and retrieve root tips or fractured root fragments during surgical extraction procedures.

Does this instrument feature an ergonomic handle? Yes, it includes a standard handle with a thumb rest that supports precise directional control and reduces operator fatigue.

Where is this instrument manufactured? This Root Tip Elevator is made in Germany by Helmut Zepf.

Compare With

Base pattern designations shown. Same clinical pattern, not identical manufacture — see our Surgical Instrument Comparison Chart.

Manufacturer literature: ZEPF Dental Catalog (PDF) — more in our Catalogs & Product Library.